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Everything You Should Know About a Botox Treatment

For most of us, as we see the effects of the ageing process, it's not the case that we want to look young again. What we desire is to look as best that we can for our age. There are many cosmetic surgery procedures available that address a whole range of ageing concerns, but for women and men who are not yet ready for invasive surgery, but are interested in exploring aesthetic treatments, what are the options? One of the simplest and most effective treatments on the market is Botox. Known as muscle relaxing or wrinkle relaxing injections, Botox or botulinum toxin is a treatment aimed at smoothing the dynamic wrinkles on the face, particularly those in the upper third. Botox helps to remove these wrinkles effectively.

How is the Botox used in wrinkle treatments?

Botox works by injecting a toxin into the nerves that control certain muscles. These then temporarily 'freeze' which means the overlying skin is smoother and less wrinkled. These dynamic muscles are found in the top half of the face and they produce frown lines and crows' feet. Botox lasts about nine months before the nerves start working again and it is the temporary nature of Botox which makes it such a safe treatment in the right hands.

The best place for Botox treatments

Botox is a safe and effective anti-ageing treatment, but it is crucial that you see an experienced and fully trained aesthetic practitioner. Botox is a prescription-only medicine, so unlike dermal fillers for example, it should only be performed by a dermatologist, doctor, surgeon, dentist or nurse prescriber. So, your first step should be to check their medical qualifications.

However, experience is also important for a successful Botox treatment. Every muscle has a counter-balancing muscle so Botox has to be put in the right place. The right dose is also important - no one wants the frozen face look. Botox can also be used in other parts of the face in innovative treatments that are continually being developed and improved upon by cosmetic practitioners but you need to see someone highly skilled before having such a treatment.

If you are interested in anti ageing treatments, the best place to get this treatment is at the VIVA clinic. Dr Tapan Patel is a Botox expert who has recently been named in Tatler's Top 30 Anti-Ageing Experts in the UK. His clinic is located in North London and the first step will be to undergo a comprehensive consultation that will help you to understand the various treatment methods that can be provided to you. You will also be told about the duration of the treatment and the costs that are involved in this unique and effective anti-ageing treatment.

By Tapan Patel

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